This review evaluates additive manufacturing techniques for stainless steel components, highlighting the implications for biomedical applications and design versatility.
Key Points
Additive manufacturing enables the production of stainless steel parts with complex geometries, enhancing performance and customization for various applications.
Key methodologies assessed include laser powder bed fusion, binder jetting, and directed energy deposition for optimal performance characteristics in stainless steel.
This review analyzes impact factors on microstructure, mechanical anisotropy, and defects in stainless steel produced through advanced additive manufacturing methods.
Emerging trends like AI-based control and functionally graded structures suggest significant advancements in microfabrication for diverse industrial uses.